How to Cook Rice in a Rice Cooker
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5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
32 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
225 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Asian, Vietnamese
How to Cook Rice in a Rice Cooker
Description
This recipe explains cooking rice in a rice cooker by measuring 2 cups of rice and rinsing it thoroughly under cold water until the rinse water is clear, removing surface starch for less sticky results. After draining, 2 cups of filtered water are added to the rice cooker pot. The rice cooker settings can vary; in this guide, a 'quick' or 'normal' setting can be chosen based on preference, with the cooker left closed while cooking to retain steam.
Once the rice is done, it is recommended to let it rest in the rice cooker with the lid closed for 5 minutes to allow moisture to evenly distribute. The cooked rice will have a flat surface and should be fluffed before serving. The technique is adaptable to different rice grain types without changing the water ratio.
This straightforward method is suitable for daily cooking providing consistent texture with minimal supervision, especially useful for those who use rice frequently. Adjusting the rice and water quantities can scale the recipe while maintaining the ratio.
Ingredients
- 2 c rice short grain, long grain, or medium grain
- water for rinsing, tap
- 2 c water filtered
Instructions
- Measure out 2 c rice and add to the rice maker pot. My rice maker comes with a measuring cup and I always use this to measure both rice and water.
- Rinse the rice in the pot under cold running tap water. Use your hands to move the rice around gently to clean the grains. Pour out the water once it starts to change color. Repeat this process 2 times. Make sure to drain all the water when finished.
- After you clean the rice and remove the rinsing water, add 2 c filtered water to the pot.
- Return the rice pot to the rice maker. Make sure your rice maker is on and follow the manual instructions. Our rice cooker provides a “quick” setting along with a “normal” setting. I more often than not choose “quick” because it gives me the same results for a shorter amount of time. While the rice is cooking, do not lift the lid so as not to lose steam.
- Once the rice is done, leave the cooker closed for an additional 5 minutes before opening. It will be flat on the surface.
- Open the lid and fluff the rice with a rice paddle.
- Serve rice onto bowls and enjoy.
Notes
- The rice-to-water ratio of 1:1 by volume applies to short, medium, or long grain rice.
- Adjust the quantity of rice and water proportionally for larger or smaller servings.
- Rinsing the rice multiple times removes excess starch for fluffier texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 225 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 225kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 71mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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